PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center
Charter School
154 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
PPEP TEC (Portable Practical Educational Preparation Technologies) – Celestino Fernandez Learning Center is an alternative charter high school located in Tucson, Arizona, dedicated to serving students who often thrive better in non-traditional educational environments. As part of the broader PPEP network, the school focuses on providing a personalized, supportive atmosphere for youth, including those who may be at risk of dropping out or who simply prefer a more flexible, hands-on approach to learning. The curriculum emphasizes academic credit recovery, vocational readiness, and the development of essential life skills to help students navigate their futures.
The school is particularly noted for its commitment to social responsibility and its mission to improve the quality of life for rural and underserved populations. By utilizing a smaller, community-focused campus setting, the Celestino Fernandez Learning Center fosters close relationships between students and staff, ensuring that each individual receives the attention necessary to meet their unique educational goals. Whether students are aiming for a high school diploma or preparing for post-secondary career pathways, the school provides a bridge to success through a blend of rigorous academics and a compassionate, student-centered culture.
The school is particularly noted for its commitment to social responsibility and its mission to improve the quality of life for rural and underserved populations. By utilizing a smaller, community-focused campus setting, the Celestino Fernandez Learning Center fosters close relationships between students and staff, ensuring that each individual receives the attention necessary to meet their unique educational goals. Whether students are aiming for a high school diploma or preparing for post-secondary career pathways, the school provides a bridge to success through a blend of rigorous academics and a compassionate, student-centered culture.
154
Total Students
N/A
Full-Time Teachers
N/A
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic | 129 |
| Black | 2 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| American Indian | 10 |
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Hispanic129 (83.8 %)
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White12 (7.8 %)
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American Indian10 (6.5 %)
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Black2 (1.3 %)
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Two or More1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431) |
| Phone: | (520)741-4369 |
| Website: | http://www.ppeptechs.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 154 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | N/A |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | N/A |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
21
Grade 10
28
Grade 11
30
Grade 12
75
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 21 |
| Grade 10 | 28 |
| Grade 11 | 30 |
| Grade 12 | 75 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 91 | 59.1% |
| Male | 63 | 40.9% |
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